Fill a bucket or your sink mostly full of cold water. Mix your powder detergent in cold water thoroughly. Soak your jacket in the soap concoction and scrub it with a brush. Rinse your jacket thoroughly to get rid of dirt and soap residue. Your jacket is rinsed completely when you no longer see

Use a sling for your sprain. Ask about a cast for a more serious sprain. Try taping your elbow if you need to be more active.

your soil to see if it is slightly acidic. Bulbs grow best in slightly acidic soil, which has a pH between 6 and 7. You can test the soil by using a kit from a home improvement store. Scoop a small sample of soil into the kit’s vial, then add the included chemical to complete the test.  If your soil needs to be adjusted, you can find amending substances at most gardening centers. To raise the pH, mix limestone into the soil. Lower a high pH by mixing sulfur or aluminum sulfate into the soil. Wait for a hard rain to fall, then watch as your yard dries. Most bulbs grow better in well-drained soil. Any spots that have pools of water a few hours after the rain stops should be avoided.  A few bulbs survive in damp soil, such as some species of daffodil, summer snowflake, and snake’s head. You can amend poorly-draining soil by mixing sand about 8 in (20 cm) deep into it. Bulbs generally grow better in areas that receive 6 or more hours of sunlight a day. A few varieties can bloom in shade as long as the soil receives moisture and drains well. For easier growing, keep your bulbs in sunlight.  Watch your yard as the day progresses to see which areas get lots of sunlight. Snowdrops, begonias, and caladium are a few bulbs that may grow successfully in shade. During the spring and summer months, watch the planting area. If you already have other plants in your garden, you may spot some places that look a little empty. These spots are often good places to add bulbs as companion plants.  For example, tulips, crocuses, and daylilies can all bloom together. Add lamb’s ear, dogwood, and other plants to fill in your garden. You can also clear out a spot in your yard and use it to create a new garden. Once you have found a good spot, figure out how much growing space you have available. Take a tape measure and mark the planned boundaries of your garden. Each bulb variety needs a different amount of space to grow, so plotting out your garden helps make it look more cohesive once the bulbs bloom. Information on properly spacing...

TL;DR in English: Test Watch your yard after a storm to see which spots drain well. Select a warm, sunny spot in your yard. Grow bulbs where you want to add flowers and color. Measure out your planting area. Sketch out where you want to plant each type of bulb.
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Use cool water from your faucet, and fill your bucket about two thirds of the way full so your jacket can completely soak. You can also use a large plastic bin. When washing only 1 item of clothing, you only need a small amount of detergent. Be sure to read over the directions on your detergent packaging. Typically, you can use about 2 oz (56.7 g) of powdered detergent for your jacket. Pour this into the bucket or sink, and mix it around using a spoon. Mix up the detergent as best as you can to avoid any extra soap residue. Place your fleece jacket into the bucket or sink, and submerge it entirely in the water. Locate a soft scrub brush, and move it in small, circular movements on your jacket to lift up any dirt and debris. You can work in 2–4 in (5.1–10.2 cm) areas for best results. Scrub each side of your jacket for a thorough clean. Once you’re finished scrubbing your jacket, pull it out of the water and hold it underneath of cool running water. Rinse your jacket thoroughly to get rid of dirt and soap residue. Your jacket is rinsed completely when you no longer see soap bubbles dripping off. Pour the water mixture down your drain, and rinse out your bucket with clean cool water. Continue cleaning your bucket until all soap residue is gone. If you don’t clean your bucket or sink right away, the soap residue will stick on and be more difficult to remove down the line. Wring out any extra water, and place your jacket on a hanger. Then, hang it up in a dry place, like your bedroom or bathroom. Your jacket should dry in 1-2 hours.

TL;DR in English: Fill a bucket or your sink mostly full of cold water. Mix your powder detergent in cold water thoroughly. Soak your jacket in the soap concoction and scrub it with a brush. Rinse your fleece in cool water to remove dirt, debris, and soap. Empty your sink or bucket after you take out the jacket. Let your jacket air dry to avoid any fabric pilling.
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Your doctor may recommend that you wear a sling to help keep your arm immobile for a time. You may need to wear the sling for a couple of weeks until the sprain heals. A sling will immobilize your elbow at a right-angle and hold it next to your body. If you have a more serious sprain, your doctor may recommend a cast or splint instead of a sling. These solutions will keep the elbow even more immobile than a sling, and you may need to wear 1 of them for up to 3 weeks. If you're an athlete, you may decide to keep using your elbow, even against doctor's wishes. If you do, you can stabilize your elbow using medical/athletic tape to help prevent overextension again. Have your doctor show you the best way to tape your arm to keep it immobile.

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Sweep debris off the pool cover with a soft-bristled broom. Use a cover pump to drain any water on the cover. Remove the cover and lay it flat on the ground. Wash the pool cover clean with soap and water. Rinse and dry the cover to prepare it for storage. Fold the cover up to store in a bag or container.

Set dough aside for half an hour to rest. Resting relaxes the gluten, making the dough more pliable and easier to handle. Add cumin seed. When the cumin seed starts to darken, add chopped onions, garlic and ginger. Sauté till the onion is light brown. Add red chili powder if using. Reduce the heat to a simmer, and cook 10-15 minutes until mixture thickens.

TL;DR in English: Mix water and flour to create a dough consistency. In a wok or frying pan, heat oil. Add the tomato puree, kidney beans, and salt to taste. Allow it to come to a boil.
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This is a great way to increase how frequently you get to talk to her. You can text, message, and interact on social media. Once you have her number, it’s time to send that first message or friend request!  Texting is a great way to bond and get to know each other better, and it can also let you show more of your personality and humor if you tend to be shyer in person. When asking for her number, say something like, “I’d love to send you that video we were talking about. Can I get your number?” or “I wanted to ask you about that project you were working on and realized I don’t have your number. Can I get it from you?” Her friends may be the best starting point to you moving beyond the friendzone with this girl. If they like you and see that you’re a standup person, they’ll be more likely to encourage her to give you a chance. Learn their names, listen to their stories, and treat them all with respect. Avoid flirting with any of them, as that could make you look like you’re interested in them. Make eye contact, laugh at her jokes, touch her arm lightly, and tease her a little bit. Make sure to keep things light-hearted and fun.  Pay attention to how she responds to your flirting. If she blushes or responds to you similarly, she is most likely into it. If she doesn’t respond or keeps glancing around, she may be feeling uncomfortable. When you make eye contact, try smiling at the same time and holding her gaze for a little longer than usual. Keep your comments brief and sincere. You could say something simple, like, “I thought you did a really good job on your presentation in class today,” or, “You have really great taste in music.” If you want to keep the conversation going after you give a compliment, follow it up with a question. For example, you could say something like, “You looked like a natural when you were giving that speech. Was that easy for you or were you nervous inside?” Try standing close to her so that your shoulders touch, lightly touch her arm when you make a joke, or pass her something so that...

TL;DR in English: Share your contact information so that you can text and message her. Get to know her friends so that they can put in a good word for you. Start flirting with her to show that you’re interested in her. Give compliments about her accomplishments, personality, and looks. Break through the “touch barrier” to see how she responds. Have a direct conversation with her to share your feelings. Accept her answer and respond kindly, no matter what she says.
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A push broom is the best option since it allows you to shove the debris toward one edge of the pool without scratching up the cover. Try using a pool brush if you have one. You could also use some other tools to eliminate stubborn debris, such as a leaf blower for a relatively dry cover. Use the leaf blower to force debris to the side where you can sweep it up. If your pool cover has more than 1 in (2.5 cm) of water on it, scoop up debris with a pool rake. A pool rake isn’t actually a rake. It’s a scooping net meant for collecting leaves and other debris. A cover pump is similar to a regular pool pump, but it sits on top of the cover to clear it of water. Place it where the water is deepest, usually in the center of the cover. You can use a push broom to get it into position. Activate it to let it drain the water. The pump plugs into an electrical outlet like any other pumps your pool uses. Attach a garden hose to the other opening on the pump so it can siphon water back to an area of safe drainage, such as a nearby bucket. Pool covers tend to be big and difficult to lift on your own, so ask for help if it’s available. Have each person stand near one of the pool’s edges so you can lift the cover. Keep it in the air so it doesn’t get dragged across any rough spots that could tear it. After finding a safe spot for it, spread it out on the ground.  Note that if you have a mesh cover, it has to be detached from its retaining springs through the installation tool that came with it. Then, use a 1⁄4 in (0.64 cm) hex key to lower the holding anchors, preventing the cover from getting caught on them. While you have the cover spread out on the ground, inspect it for damage. Replace it if you notice any tears. At least you will save some time by not having to clean and store the old cover! If you move the cover onto your lawn, don’t keep it there for a long time. It can damage the grass. Sweep or spray away any debris still left on the cover. The amount of soap and water you need will vary depending on the cover’s size...

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The best way to do this is to make sure you’re not going to be a good athlete. If you’re not going to be a good athlete, you’re going to be a good athlete. If you’re not going to be a good athlete, you’re going

Find a friend. Act fearless. Keep your sense of humor on display. Refrain from showing off.

.You’re probably not going to approach a girl if you believe she’s going to turn you down. And if you do approach her, your lack of confidence will show. Having confidence in yourself gives you the courage you need to approach beautiful girls, and girls find it attractive. Think about all your positive qualities. Take a moment to list at least 10 reasons a beautiful girl would want to go out with you. For example, think about how you can make her laugh, your great smile, how dependable you are, and your sense of adventure. You never know when a beautiful girl is going to cross your path, so try to always look as good as possible. You don’t have to change your style or buy a new wardrobe or even dress up, but you do want to make sure you practice good hygiene and present yourself well.  Make sure your hair is combed, breath fresh, face clean. Sometimes you might not look your best (maybe you just came from playing soccer) but you can still present yourself well by your attitude. Practicing how you will approach a beautiful girl makes it easier to do once the time presents itself.  Think about what you will say and how you will say it. Rehearse the exchange in your mind and out-loud until you are comfortable.  Practice in the mirror or with a close friend. Video tape yourself to hear your voice tone and pace. Try different variations of what you want to say. For example, you might practice, “Can I contact you sometime?”; “Is it okay if I contact you?”; “How can I contact you?”; “Is it alright if I contact you?” and figure out which one feels most comfortable for you to say.

TL;DR in English: Believe in yourself Always look your best. Rehearse.
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Just because she flirts with your boyfriend does not mean she’s trying to steal him. She might flirt with him to build up her own self-esteem or because she wants to be friends with him. Does she flirt with everyone, or just with your boyfriend specifically? If she generally comes off as flirty, it’s doubtful that your boyfriend is a special case. If she makes special effort to flirt with your boyfriend, she might have a crush on him.Here are some flirty behaviors to watch for:  She puts her hand on his arm or touches him frequently. She makes eye contact with him.  She laughs at all of his jokes. She moves her body so that she faces him.  She initiates conversation with him. If the girl wants to be alone with your boyfriend, it demonstrates that her flirting is not just for social power and self-esteem. Make note of when they spend time alone together.  Look out for the following things:  She invites him for outings where it will be just the two of them, such as the movies or lunch at a coffee shop. She asks him to do her favors (such as change a lightbulb) where he would go somewhere alone with her. She asks him to go on walks with her. When he says he’s going to do something, such as get a glass of water in the next room, she invites herself and goes with him. Is your boyfriend secretive about his texts with her? Does she call or text him more than you would with a platonic friend? Although this communication does not mean that she wants to be more than friends, it can be a red flag.  If you see your boyfriend texting someone frequently, ask him who it is. If he is dodgy or defensive about it, it might be her. Going through your boyfriend’s texts might be an invasion of privacy. If he seems as though he is lying, have a conversation with him about trust.

TL;DR in English: Notice how she flirts. See if she wants to be alone with him. See if she texts or calls him frequently.
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If nothing else, having a buddy in class can make it more enjoyable. Obviously, if friends of yours from other classes share the same gym class or period as you, hang with them. If not, reach out to others. You could try:  Complimenting people when they score or pull off an impressive feat. Telling someone they must be tough as nails when they recover from a spill. Making a sarcastic joke about the joys and wonders of phys ed to others who look less than pleased to be there. Dive right in and play to the best of your ability. Don’t act afraid of the ball or other players. Impress them with your self-confidence, even when you’re not particularly good at whatever you’re playing. Of course, you don’t want to be seriously injured, but don’t be afraid of scrapes and bruises. Recovering from a spill and walking it off without a complaint can be just as impressive to other students as hitting a homerun. That spill you took might really hurt, or that ball you missed should have been an easy catch. Whatever the goof was, just laugh it off. After all, it’s only gym class, not the World Series, so don’t take things too seriously. Show anyone who might be tempted to make fun of you that you are perfectly cool with laughing at yourself. Sure, some students might get really competitive over a baseball game in phys ed. Just keep your cool and shrug it off if a teammate gets upset with you for ruining a play. Keep in mind that everyone else probably thinks that this kid looks way more foolish for getting all worked up over a pointless game in gym class. If you happen to be really, really good at sports in general or one in particular, save the superstar plays for the school team or league sports. Although this may seem like a great chance to impress people, keep in mind that others aren’t as skilled as you. Do your best, but remember good sportsmanship and don't rub it in your classmates' faces.  Remember: this isn’t a tryout, so you're not competing with your fellow students for a spot on the team. Have fun and give it your...

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Select the "Daily Challenge" option. Play the game. Observe your ranking. Learn the game. Observe your ranking. Learn the game. Observe your ranking. Learn the game. Observe your ranking. Learn the game. Observe your ranking. Learn the game. Observe your ranking. Learn the

Dab a little tea tree oil on the affected area. Try honey on your whiteheads. Apply heat only as a last resort. Stay away from lemon juice, vinegar, and other kitchen acids. Keep your skin hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids. Alter your diet if you notice certain foods cause acne flareups.

It’s important that you send a clear message that you don’t want to be with her.  You don’t need to explain yourself.  If she’s obsessed with you, she won’t be thinking rationally.  She’ll twist any explanation that you give her into evidence that you still care.  Simply let her know that you’re through being with her.  Don’t send mixed signals either.  If you say things like “I’ll always love you,” while you’re asking her to leave you alone, you’re fueling her obsession.  Say something like “We’re not together anymore.  I would like you to move on with your life and to give me the freedom to do the same.” Make your point and go.  The longer that you stay, the more time she’ll have to try and convince you to change your mind. She may feel distraught and even cry.  Resist the urge to try and console her.  If she sees that she can get your attention by crying, she’ll do it all the time. Reassure her that she deserves a relationship with someone who really cares about her. Encourage her to find a partner who can meet her needs better than you can An obsessed ex will try anything to get your attention.  She may call you at all hours of the night, visit your house out of the blue or even send you inappropriate photos, she may even try to use the "no contact rule" against you which makes you more vulnerable to giving in. Make a list of the behaviors that you are unwilling to accept.  Whenever she does one of the things on your list, absolutely refuse to give her your attention.  Be sure to tell her that you won’t give in.  For example:  If you think it’s not okay for her to show up at your home, and she does, tell her “We’re not together anymore, and I don’t think it’s appropriate for you to come here.  If you do so again, I will not answer my door, and if you keep doing so, I’ll be forced to alert the authorities.” Never break your own rules.  If you’re not consistent, then she’ll continue to do the things that bother you. Your ex may try to use your feelings against you.  She may try to make you feel sorry for...

TL;DR in English: Communicate to her clearly that the relationship is over. Decide what’s acceptable behavior. Guard your emotions. Be kind.
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After launching the app, play with different opponents every day, while learning about a fun trivia, by tapping on "Daily Challenge." There’s a different player theme every day, good only for 24 hours. Tap on "Play" to start the game. All played games are recorded and ranked every day. Top-ranked games are given Gold, Silver, and Bronze respectively.  Observe your daily rankings and collect your trophies. Aim to be the 1st every day. If you’re unsatisfied with your day’s match and would want to give it another shot, tap on Replay. Your day’s rankings may change if you replay the game. There’s a new match with a new theme every day. Come back and play every day, and see your trophy cabinet grow.

TL;DR in English: Select the "Daily Challenge" option. Play the game. Observe your ranking. Replay the game. Come back every day.
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Tea tree oil is a natural essential oil that may be effective for combating whiteheads and acne. To use the oil, dilute it to about 5% in a carrier oil (any vegetable oil), then apply directly onto the whiteheads using a q-tip.  Use tea tree oil with caution and always do a patch test first, as it can cause irritation or an allergic reaction. Don't let the word "oil" put you off -- tea tree oil will not clog your pores like other oils. Honey is known to have antimicrobial properties that may effectively treat whiteheads and acne. Dab a little honey directly onto whiteheads or you can apply it all over as a face mask. Many people consider manuka honey or raw honey the most effective options, although this is not guaranteed. Many people hold their face over steam or apply a hot compress to open up pores, allowing trapped materials to escape. This can help in some mild cases. However, heat can irritate sensitive skin, which can make the acne worse. Gentle, lukewarm showers and facial washes are usually more effective. Acidic foods are not intended for use on skin. They can cause stinging, peeling, or even serious damage if left on for too long. Lemon juice and other citrus ingredients are extra dangerous, as they can react with sunlight to cause severe rashes. Dehydrated skin may produce excess oil to make up for the lack of moisture, and this may lead to worse acne. If your skin feels dry or your lips are cracked, you may be dehydrated. Water is a great place to start, but milk, tea, juices, and soups all count toward your daily fluid intake. In general, follow these guidelines:  Men should drink about 15.5 cups (3.7 liters) of fluids daily. Women should drink about 11.5 cups (2.7 liters) of fluids daily. Despite popular belief, there's no evidence that greasy food causes acne in most people, though there is a strong correlation between the two. If you notice a possible connection between a particular food and acne, it won't hurt to avoid it. Just remember, there is no universal "acne diet," and an extreme...

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Replace your sponge every 1-2 weeks. Avoid using the sponge on surfaces that have touched raw meat.

One of the best ways to improve your English listening comprehension is to download English-language podcasts or radio apps on your phone or MP3 player.  You should then make an effort to listen to the podcasts or radio shows for at least 30 minutes per day. Do it in the gym, on your commute to work, or while you're sitting at your computer. Make an effort to understand what's being said, don't just let the English wash over you. Even if you find it too fast, try to pick out key words and phrases to get a general idea of what the conversation is about. If you can, make a note of any words or phrases that you don't understand and look up the translation afterwards. Then listen to the podcast or show again to hear the new words or phrases in context. Another fun way to improve your listening comprehension is to watch English movies and TV shows.  Try to pick movies or TV shows that you will enjoy -- this will make the exercise feel like less of a chore. If possible, choose movies or shows that you are already familiar with, such as children's cartoons or blockbuster films. If you already know the basic story you will find the language much easier to pick up on. However, you should avoid watching movies or television shows with subtitles in your native language -- they will only distract you and make you less inclined to focus on understanding the English, which is the whole point of the exercise. Reading is an essential part of learning a new language, so don't forget to practice!  Find something you are really interested in -- whether that's a famous English novel, The New York Times or a fashion magazine and start working your way through it. If you find the content boring, you will be less inclined to persevere with it. Again, make an active effort to actually understand what you're reading, don't just skim over it. Highlight any words or phrases that you don't understand, then look them up in the dictionary. If you're alone, you could also try reading aloud -- this will allow you to improve your reading...

TL;DR in English: Listen to English radio or podcasts. Watch English movies and TV shows. Read an English book, newspaper or magazine. Keep a diary in English. Find an English-speaking pen-pal.
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Towns and cities have different governing structure, so if you’re working on changing a local law, figure out how yours works. Most have a mayor and some kind of city council. Some also have other positions within the city government, including city managers and commissioners. Some states allow you to file local or state referendums as a citizen, but most states do not. If you are in a state that does not, you need to get the city council or mayor to support your idea and bring it to a vote. Check to see you your state is one of them. In these states, you can file your intention to have your law on the ballot, then gather signatures, and finally file the petition with the signatures with the law. Then it will be put on the ballot. In most states, it’s not quite this easy. This is a way for you to bring up your issue to local lawmakers. Check your city to see when there are meetings for constituents to bring up issues. You usually have a limited time to speak, so be prepared and be professional. You might have to go to many meetings before people begin to take you seriously, but this is an important step. Look at their websites. See what kinds of laws they have promoted in the past, and if yours might fit in. If you are going to change a local law, you need support from someone in the city government. If you don’t want to approach the mayor directly, choose the council member from your district or one you think will be sympathetic to your cause. Tell them about your pattern of attending community meetings. Lay out your ideas for a law change. Bring copies of your proposed changes to share with the lawmaker. Ask their opinion on the feasibility of your goals. Listen to their suggestions. If they say that they need a petition with signatures from citizens showing support for your idea (probably at least 500 signatures), that’s your next step. Or they might like it just as it is and say that they will take it to the rest of the council. Once you have presented the law and anything else they have asked for (like a...

TL;DR in English: Learn how city government works. File an initiative or referendum if you’re in a state where citizens can. Go to community meetings if you can’t file a referendum. Research the mayor and council members. Meet with your chosen lawmaker. Wait for the lawmakers to take action. Keep in mind that changing a law can take a long time. Try again.
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Sponges don’t last forever, and the longer you have them, the more bacteria they hold. Try to replace your kitchen sponge weekly if you use it every day, or biweekly if you use it less often. If your sponge starts to smell bad or becomes discolored, throw it away and replace it immediately. Instead of using a sponge, use other materials to clean up raw juices from meat. Opt for a dishcloth, washcloth, or paper towel to wipe down cutting boards and counters. Disinfectant wipes are also a good option for wiping down counters that need to be cleaned. Sponges have crevices that can harbor bacteria easily, but cloths and wipes are less absorbent.

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Choose a rod and reel. Select line. Pick a lure size. Choose the lure’s movement. Select a lure size. Choose the lure’s movement. Select a lure size. Choose the lure’s movement. Select a lure size. Choose the lure’s movement. Select a lure

Decide what specialty interests you. Stay up-to-date with your practice. Consider becoming an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN). Be aware of other career paths.

Use heavy tackle. Adult muskellunge can grow in excess of 50 inches and 50 lbs (22.7 kg). Try heavy action rods from seven to nine feet long. Pair a muskie rod with a large bait-casting reel, preferably in a fast gear ratio, to allow “catching up” to fast-moving fish. Heavy action rods have the backbone to not only fight such a large fish, but also to cast the jumbo-sized lures used to target muskies. The higher a line’s “pound test” is, the stronger the line will be. In order to prevent line breaks and missed fish, use heavy, braided line with a pound test between 80 and 100. Because muskies have such sharp teeth, connect the main line to the lure with either a steel or heavy fluorocarbon leader. The variety of muskie lures available can be overwhelming. Muskies are notorious predators who eat nearly every other freshwater fish in their waters, other muskies, frogs, and even rodents. In general, don’t be intimidated by using baits that seem absurdly large. Muskies frequently prey on fish 25%-50% their length, so using 8-12” lures is well within reason. Keep in mind that these fish are cold-blooded, and so their activity level is determined heavily by the season and water temperatures.  In colder water, fish are more sluggish. Select small baits such as rattle traps and crank baits. In more ideal water temperatures, from the 60s to the low 70s in Fahrenheit (15.5°C to just above 21°C), fish are much more active. Use larger baits such as rubbers and swimbaits. In cold water, look for lazier, slow baits like glide baits, jerk baits and jib baits to draw more strikes. In warmer water, use fast-moving baits like bucktails, spinnerbaits and topwaters. When the water temperature is hot, the fish will be sluggish, so use deeper and slower baits. When water visibility is low, look for baits with rattles, large blades, or other mechanisms of creating noise and water movement. Aside from typical auditory organs, muskies also utilize the lateral line, which is a set of sensory organs that run down the length of many...

TL;DR in English: Choose a rod and reel. Select line. Pick a lure size. Choose the lure’s movement. Select a lure color. Select a retrieve.
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Your doctor will draw blood from you at their office once in the morning and then again in the late afternoon. They will schedule the first appointment at around 7-8 am and the second appointment at around 3-4 pm on the same day. This will ensure the test results are accurate, as your cortisol levels will fluctuate throughout the day. The doctor will draw blood from a vein in your arm. You may feel a slight sting when they draw the blood and the area may be a little sore afterward. In some cases, your doctor may suggest additional testing like a urine test and a saliva test to get a more accurate read of your cortisol levels. You will need to provide urine samples at timed periods over 24 hours.  Saliva and urine tests can help your doctor better determine if your elevated levels are caused by stress or even a medication that acts like cortisol in the body. Saliva tests are done at home late in the evening when cortisol levels are typically lowest. You will spit in a test tube, and deliver it to your doctor’s office. If your doctor requests a urine test, you will collect your urine in sterile containers over a 24-hour period. If your doctor suspects you have abnormal growths or tumors that are affecting your cortisol levels, they may run a computerized tomography (CT scan). They may also do a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI scan). You may need to book separate appointments with your doctor to get these scans done. The results of these scans, as well as your other tests, will be looked at by your doctor to determine your cortisol levels.

TL;DR in English: Allow your doctor to test your blood twice in one day. Get your urine or saliva tested, if requested by your doctor. Have a CT or MRI, if needed.
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There are a variety of fields for nurses to practice, including pediatrics, adults, OB/GYN, geriatrics, community health, occupational health, rehabilitation, surgery, neonatal, intensive care, and emergency. You will likely have already started thinking about this during your RN educational training. Each RN program gives their nursing students clinical rotations through which they gain experience in these various areas of the hospital and community.  Nursing students may have a full semester in a particular clinical rotation, such as pediatrics, adult or community health. They will also experience several hours in an intensive care unit, emergency room and neonatal unit. Not all schools will give nurses rotations through a physical rehabilitation unit for patients following strokes or spinal cord injuries. Most schools will expect that nurses get experience with geriatric care while caring for adults. Once you know what field of nursing you'd like to work in, you can apply for jobs in that field. Even after completing the required education and certification, nurses should continue to read medical journals, be aware of the policies of the healthcare organization they work for, and take additional courses in medicine. Scientific and medical knowledge and technologies are constantly changing and evolving and so staying up-to-date is key to providing effective healthcare. The term advanced practice registered nurse is an umbrella term used for nurses who have achieved at least a master’s degree in nursing (MSN). The academic program to become an advanced practice nurse is one to two academic years, depending upon the specialty, school, and your previous work experience. There are four main advanced practice settings in which nurses can practice under this APRN umbrella:   Clinical Nurse Specialist. These nurses typically work in hospitals, clinics and nursing homes. They handle a wide variety of physical and mental health problems and may work within the fields of research, education and administration.  Nurse...

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Inform your physician if you are claustrophobic. Tell doctors about any metal implants you have prior to the exam. Tell doctors about any metal implants you have prior to the exam. Tell doctors about any metal implants you have prior to the exam. Tell doctors about any metal implants you have prior to the exam. Tell

Use a tried-and-true relaxation technique. Get to bed at a reasonable hour. Accept that you may have a restless night.

During an MRI, you will be enclosed in a tube-like machine for up to an hour. If you are claustrophobic, this experience can cause a great deal of anxiety, and you may need a sedative before the test if you are anxious. Talk to your doctor about your claustrophobia before the exam to see if he or she may be able to prescribe you a sedative for the procedure. Certain metallic implants may effect the MRI scans. Talk to your doctor about any metal implants you have prior to the exam.  Cochlear (ear) implants, clips used for brain aneurysms, metal coils placed within blood vessels, any kind of cardiac defibrillator or pacemaker generally means you cannot be placed in an MRI machine.  Some metallic implants pose a some risk to health and safety and the accuracy of the exam. However, depending on how long the devices have been in place before the exam it might be safe to undergo the exam with some of the following in place: artificial heart valves, implanted drug infusion ports, artificial limbs or metallic joint prosthetics, implanted nerve simulators, metal pins, screws, plates, stents, and surgical staples. Certain health concerns should be taken into consideration before you have an MRI. Talk to your doctor about safety if you have any of the following conditions:  Pregnancy History of kidney problems Allergy to iodine or gadolinium History of diabetes Before your MRI, you should take your medication as normal leading up to the exam unless otherwise instructed. You should strive to maintain as normal a schedule as possible leading up to the MRI exam. Reading up on what happens during an MRI exam can help ease the anxiety of the procedure. Learn what to expect in the days leading up to the exam.  An MRI is a large tube with holes on either end. You'll be placed on a moveable table that slides into the tube while a technologist monitors you from another room.  Magnetic fields and radio waves provide an internal reading of your body, used to detect things like brain tumors or brain cancer, chronic conditions, and...

TL;DR in English: Inform your physician if you are claustrophobic. Tell doctors about any metal implants you have. Alert your doctor to any health issues. Take medications as normal. Learn what to expect. Follow any specific guidelines your doctor went over with you.
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Take a piece of clear plexiglass and an etching needle. Etch your design directly onto the glass, creating grooves in the plexiglass where the paint will be deposited. Once your image is complete, gather your paints, cotton balls, or felt. Use the cotton balls or felt to dip into your paint. Lightly press it against the image. You can press one color at a time, or apply multiple colors for a single pressing. Either way will give you slightly different results, so feel free to play around. Take a rag and carefully wipe across the plate, making sure excess ink from the surface of the plate is removed. You should only have ink in the grooves of your image. Use watercolor paper and soak the papers in water for several minutes. Remove them from the water, lay them on towels, and gently blot them dry. Soaking and blotting your papers will make the fibers swell. This makes it easier to transfer your etched painting onto the paper. You'll need to use a print-making press in order to exert enough pressure. Set the prepared paper on top of your inked plexiglass etching and cover with a towel. Using medium strength, press your image onto the paper. Carefully remove the towel and lift up on the the paper to release it from the plexiglass etching. Your image should have transferred. Make sure the paint is completely dry before framing or hanging your print. Sign and number it before printing more.

TL;DR in English: Create your desired image. Ink your plexiglass plate. Wipe excess ink off your plate. Prepare your paper. Position your plexiglass etching on your press. Run your print through the press. Let the image dry.
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You know what you like to do to help yourself relax or de-stress. Do something that you know helps calm you down before you get ready for bed.  Take a bath. Use special bath salts or bubble bath to pamper yourself. Make sure it is something that won’t irritate your skin. Consider using something with lavender to help you relax. Exercise. Consider some gentle, calming yoga poses or stretching. Or maybe you’d rather dance away your jitters. Don’t try anything new. You don’t want to inadvertently amp yourself up, or worse, injure yourself before the wedding!  Write in a journal. If you find writing in a journal relaxing and therapeutic, consider taking a few minutes to jot down your thoughts the night before the wedding. It may be an entry you end up treasuring a few years down the road.   Meditate. You can download some guided meditation apps onto your phone to help you relax, too. Drink an herbal tea, such as chamomile, to help you feel sleepy. You will have a full day ahead of you on your wedding day, no matter what time your ceremony starts. Go to bed at a reasonable hour to account for the amount of time it may take you to even get to sleep in the first place. The more sleep you can get the night before the wedding day, the more energy you'll have to make it through one of the biggest days of your life.  An adequate amount of sleep also helps regulate your emotions. Keep in mind that a good night’s sleep will help you stay calm and relaxed the next day as well!  Consider taking a sleep supplement, such as melatonin, to help you fall asleep. Only take something if you know how it works for you and you have taken it before. Do not try anything new, and do not take more than the recommended dose.  Double check your alarm clock. Designate someone to wake you up in case you oversleep. Your wedding may be one of the biggest, most exciting events of your life. It’s okay that you are excited about it! Don’t put too much pressure on yourself and get frustrated if you can’t calm down and sleep. You won’t ruin your...

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Find the grooves in the ball. Decide whether to use one or two hands. Hold the ball in your dominant hand with your finger pads. Use your finger pads to guide the ball in the proper direction.

Choose fragrance-free products for sensitive skin. Wear clothes with natural fibers close to your skin. Maintain a cool temperature in your surroundings. Use a humidifier (that releases cool mist) during the day and at night. Apply cool, wet compresses to areas with severe irritation and itchiness. Soak the areas affected by eczema in a warm (never hot) anti-itch bath. Moisturize patches of eczema with non-irritating moisturizers. Keep your nails trimmed. Be aware of your "triggers. Manage your stress. Ensure that you get appropriate treatment.

What do you enjoy doing? Most people enjoy working on projects where they feel skilled in. What's yours?  If you are skilled in crafting, sewing or cooking you may decide to make and sell home décor, accessories,  jewelry or edible items. If you have an eye for bargains you may be interested in buying and re-selling antiques or other items. If you enjoy working with a network of business owners and socially interacting with your customers, you may consider becoming a consultant for an existing home-based direct sales company. To have the most possible success as a home entrepreneur, you want to make sure you're not just selling any old product. You want to make sure you're selling awesome products — products that are convenient, portable, and cheap to manufacture:  What makes a home product really good:  Convenience. Your product makes life easier for your customers Portability. It ships easily. That also usually means it's easier to manufacture. Cost. It doesn't take an arm and a leg to manufacture. Try to get your margins at or above 50%.    What makes a home product not so good:  Overly mechanical and liability-prone. If your product demands super high quality standards or puts you at a liability, stay away. No mechanical drills. Imported by big retailers. If the product you're trying to sell at home already is being sold at Walmart, don't expect much. Trademarks. Unless you want to spend all your profit fighting legal battles with huge corporations, stay away from items that are protected under trademark. Okay, so you've decided to sell miniature craft accessories — miniature chairs for doll collectors, perhaps. The next question you should consider is how good of a business proposition is this? You may be the best miniature craftsman (or -woman) that money can buy, but it won't mean very much if no one buys miniatures for dolls, or if the market for doll miniatures is already really competitive and margins are razor thin.  The size of the market is effectively how much money people are spending today on...

TL;DR in English: Brainstorm what type of products you have knowledge of and could succeed in selling from home. Know what makes really good products. Determine the size and competitiveness of the market. If you can, stock up on the product by buying wholesale.
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Pick up your ball and find the point where the grooves in the ball meet at the bottom. You will want to spin the ball on the bottom middle of the ball where all of the grooves meet in a perpendicular point. If you spin the ball with the grooves in a horizontal position, your spin won't look as clean and your finger won't have a point to rest on. Some people prefer to use two hands to throw and guide the ball into the air before catching it with their finger. Others prefer to palm the basketball in one hand and use a quick flick of the wrist to prop the ball up to the fingertip. The two-handed method is easiest for beginners. Bend your elbow out and hold up the ball. You want your elbow to be at a comfortable height, usually a little bit higher than your hip. The ball should be about level with your face when you spin it. This is the same hand you'll use to spin the ball. Do not hold the ball entirely flat on your palm, as this causes the ball to slide around too easily. Instead grip it with your fingertips and allow for a small air pocket between your palm and the ball. You can use the pads of your fingers to keep the ball level on your finger. You should also use them to guide the ball and make sure it doesn't tilt to one side or fall over.

TL;DR in English: Find the grooves in the ball. Decide whether to use one or two hands. Hold the ball up with your elbow a little above your hip. Hold the ball in your dominant hand with your finger pads. Use your finger pads to guide the ball in the proper direction.
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This includes products such as soap and laundry detergent, as well as things such as lotion.  Avoid bubble baths for children. Use non-drying, mild soaps such as Cetaphil, Dove, or Aveeno. Avoid any products that contain alcohol, as these can dry out skin. Avoid using things like fabric softeners or dryer sheets, as these usually have fragrances that can cause irritation. Fabrics such as cotton, silk, and bamboo are often less irritating on the skin than polyester.  Wool should be avoided, as it is known to irritate the skin. Wash new clothes before you wear them. This can help remove any agents left over from manufacturing that might irritate your skin. Heat and sweating can make the condition worse, so it is important to be aware of the temperature of your environment. Always rinse your skin off after sweating. In addition to the fluid loss that can cause dry skin, sweating also leaves salts on your skin that can cause irritation and flare-ups. Eczema is known to go hand-in-hand with dry skin, so adding moisture to the environment can help to diminish the severity of symptoms. Keep your humidifier clean. The humidity in a humidifier is a perfect place for mold, mildew, and bacteria to grow. Clean it regularly according to its instruction manual. This can help to reduce the sensation of itching. Soak bandages or light towels in cool water. Wring them out until they’re moist but not soaked. Wrap them around your skin in the affected areas. Over-the-counter anti-itch soaks containing oatmeal are available at your local pharmacy or drugstore. In general, do not bathe children with eczema more than 2-3 times per week, or you could actually make the condition worse.  Another option is to make a homemade anti-itch bath soak for eczema by adding baking soda and oatmeal to a bath. Soak for 10 minutes. You can also try a bleach bath, which will help reduce bacteria on the skin. Add ½ cup of household bleach to a bathtub full of warm water. Soak for about 10 minutes. Do not submerge your face or get the water in your...

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Use a lighted instrument to peer into the ear canal to visually see the eardrum. It is important that the eardrum does not have any damage and is not torn. If you apply medicine to an ear with a damaged eardrum it could damage the ear further, including the risk of full hearing loss

Assess your dog for symptoms of a ruptured eardrum. Pay attention to signs that the inner ear is damaged. Have a veterinarian inspect your dog's eardrums.

It is suitable to house smaller and younger garter snakes in smaller enclosures, while larger garter snakes require larger housing. Garter snakes are very active, so the enclosure needs to be big enough for them to move about.  Ensure that the plastic tub or aquarium has a lid that is tight fitting. This is because garter snakes are known for being escape artists. A screen lid that snaps onto the enclosure is best. If the lid has any areas of mesh or grille, check that the snake won’t be able to climb through past its eyes, as this means that it will be able to fit all the way through the gap.  An enclosure for 2 garter snakes should be approximately 55 US gal (210 L). The material that covers the floor of the enclosure is called the substrate. This needs to be kept dry and wet substrate needs to be removed in order to keep the garter snake healthy. Ideal substrate choices for garter snakes are newspaper, paper towels, aspen shavings, alfalfa meal, and reptile bark.  Substrates that are unsafe for garter snakes include cedar, pine, or juniper tree bark chips, sand, clay cat litter, gravel, and dirt. Only use newspapers and/or paper towels for baby garter snakes. Garter snakes like to burrow into the substrate, so you can always add a little more. Snakes require at least 1 dark space to hide in within their enclosure. You can use plastic bowls, cardboard boxes, toilet paper tubes, or specialty snake hide boxes that can be purchased from pet stores or online. Cage furniture such as fake or real plants, wood, rocks, and decorations can also be good additions to the enclosure as the snake will enjoy exploring the objects. Aim to have the opening to the hide box just slightly bigger than the width of the snake. It needs to be large enough for the snake to fit in, yet small enough so that the snake can feel enclosed and safe. Garter snakes are cold-blooded animals which means that they need their enclosure to be 75–85 °F (24–29 °C) in order to survive. Place a heating pad below 1 side of the enclosure and install a...

TL;DR in English: Choose a 30–50 US gal (110–190 L) plastic tub or aquarium with a lid. Fill the enclosure with a minimum of 2 in (5.1 cm) of substrate. Add cage furniture to help the garter snake to feel more secure. Use a heating pad and a light bulb to maintain the temperature.
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Get your nails and hair done. Take a nice warm bubble bath, and pick out a nice outfit. Once you look your best, you will begin to feel your best. You don't need to get a complete makeover if you want to change. You just need to pay extra attention to grooming and hygiene, and the rest will follow.  Spend an extra 10-15 minutes getting ready in the morning, and you'll start to feel better. Maybe you were too busy or stressed out to care about your appearance before. Get a fun hair cut. Nothing makes you feel like getting a fresh start like a fresh cut. If you're so insecure that you spend all of your time thinking about how others perceive you, then you'll never be able to work on yourself enough to catch your former man's eye again. It doesn't matter if people think you're funny, cute, or charming -- it's all about thinking positive things about yourself.  If you don't care what other people think about you, then you'll exude confidence and your former guy will be impressed that you finally know how to do your own thing. Don't worry about his friends. Maybe his friends didn't think you were right for your former man or just didn't get along with you. You should be nice and get in their good graces, but don't bend over backwards trying to charm them or you'll lose sight of your target. If you're busy with schoolwork, friends, and pursuing your interests, you will be able to grow as a person and to continue improving yourself instead of pining after your guy. Plus, if he sees that you're obviously occupied instead of sitting around staring up at the sky, then he'll see that you have a lot to contribute and that you're person with an active and engaging life.  Let your former guy see you doing the things you love, whether it's immersing yourself in your studies or going out for a nice run. Spend lots of time with your friends. They'll be able to keep you positive and will lend you a fresh perspective. Don't use a rebound relationship as a means of staying busy. This will only distract and confuse you even more....

TL;DR in English: Look and feel your best. Stop caring about what other people think. Stay busy doing the things you love. Develop and express your individuality.
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Before you put medicine in a dog's ear you must first make sure you won't harm your dog’s ears by doing it. Therefore, before placing any medication in the dog’s ear you must make sure the eardrum is not damaged. Never place medication in a dog showing these signs, as they can indicate a possible ruptured eardrum:  Unusual head tilting Loss of balance (tipping to one side or falling down) Vomiting Pain when the ear is touched Drainage of thick and/or bloody fluid from the ear If you place medication into an ear that has a damaged or ruptured eardrum, the medication can damage the delicate structures the make up the inner ear. Damage to these structures are indicated by these symptoms:  Head shaking Pain Rubbing the ear(s) on the floor Pawing or scratching at the ear Head tilt Loss of balance or falling over Turning in circles towards the damaged ear The only way to be totally sure that your dog's eardrums are fine is by having them examined by a veterinarian or veterinary technician. The vet, or vet tech, will use an otoscope, which is a lighted instrument, to peer into the ear canal to visually see the eardrum. It is important that the eardrum does not have any damage and is not torn. If you apply medicine to an ear with a damaged eardrum it could damage the ear further, including the risk of full hearing loss.

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Measure your waist. Measure your leg length. Choose your fabric.

Anytime you're connecting or disconnecting an effects pedal, you need to cut the power to everything in the chain. While the power cables can and should be plugged in to each separate unit, the units themselves should be switched off. Make sure the amp and each pedal are switched off when you connect them.  There is one exception to this rule though - if you are using a tube or valve amp.  In this case, you want to keep the amp turned on but put the amp in standby mode using the standby switch.  Trying to connect live circuits can result in shorts, as well as loud pops and feedback bursts that will come through the amp. It'll shorten the life of all the components in your rig. Don't do it. The biggest thing to avoid is powering on a pedal, connecting it, then powering on the amplifier. This is a fast-track to a short. To make sure the pedals and the amp are off before you connect them, you'll need to have them plugged in. Connect both your pedal and your amp to power and switch them on and off to make sure. Some guitar pedals will come with 9-volt A/C adapters, while others will be battery-operated, though most feature both options. For most guitar players, batteries are nice because it's one less thing to plug in, but are a hassle because batteries die and are expensive. Most pedals will have only two jacks, one labeled "Input," and another labeled "Output." These jacks are usually located on opposite sides of the pedal's body, depending on the unit, and are built to accept a standard quarter-inch (6 mm) audio cable. Locate the input and output jacks on the guitar pedal, then connect your guitar to the jack labeled "input." All the inputs and outputs can get confusing for the beginner. Remember: the audio signal is generated by your guitar's pickups, from where it travels to the amp through the cable. So, the guitar should always be connected to the input jack of the pedal, because this reflects the direction in which the signal travels. You play a sound on the guitar, then it travels “in” to the pedal,...

TL;DR in English: Turn everything off. Hook your amplifier and pedal up to power. Connect your guitar to the input jack. Connect the output jack on the pedal to the input of the amplifier. Turn the amplifier on first and set your levels. Turn down the effect knobs before switching it on. Experiment with the pedal. Always unplug cables when you're finished playing.
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If you're having trouble coming up with an idea for a particular story, try working on a different story, a different part of the story, or a different kind of writing altogether. Changing what you're working on might free you up to come up with ideas for your original story. If you are working on a short story idea, stop and write a poem, a review of a television show, or even just a list of words. It is important to get your mental juices flowing and writing anything is better than becoming frustrated with yourself. You know when inspiration will strike. Get away from your paper or keyboard. Your brain will continue to churn out ideas or will draw inspiration from something. Even though Isaac Asimov wrote 10 hours a day, 7 days a week, he found the time to attend science fiction conventions, carry on correspondence with friends, and flirt with women. If you're feeling sluggish while struggling to come up with ideas, take a few minutes to get some physical exercise, either by exercising for its own sake or by doing a household chore that requires some effort for a short period of time. At the end of that time, you'll feel more alert and the ideas will come easier. If exercising only wears you down, perhaps you should instead take a nap. A short nap of 30 minutes or less will be enough to give you a rest and may be enough to let an idea come to you. Longer naps of up to 90 minutes may allow you to enter REM sleep and give you the opportunity to dream up a story idea.  Use a dream. If you've recently had a dream and remember it, write some ideas of it down on a piece of paper and jumble them all up to whatever you want it to be or whatever feels right to you, this should give you some ideas to write a story in the future. Edgar Allen Poe drew inspiration from nightmares for much of his poetry.  According to his claims on the 25th anniversary of publishing his 1865 paper on the ring-like structure of benzene, chemist Friedrich August Kekule claimed to have daydreamed seeing a snake grab its tail, which inspired...

TL;DR in English: Try writing a different piece of work. Allow yourself time away from writing. Exercise. Nap.
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Sarongs are generally just large rectangles of fabric that can be wrapped and tied in different ways. They typically measure anywhere from 66 to 72 inches (168 to 183 cm) across, depending on your measurements. Using a fabric tape measure, measure your waist. To measure your waist, measure around the narrowest part of your abdomen between your rib cage and hips.  If the measurement is 33 inches (84 cm) or less, a 66-inch (168-cm) sarong will be plenty. If your waist measures more than 33 inches (84 cm), consider making the sarong 72 inches across (183 cm). The width of a sarong usually matches the length from hip to foot, so it generally ranges from 36 to 44 inches (91 to 112 cm). To determine the proper length for you, use your measuring tape to measure the length from your hip to your heel. You can use your leg length to determine the length of your sarong, or you can make it longer or shorter based on your preferences. For instance, if you want your sarong to be knee-length, make a note of the measurement from your hip to your knee. Sarongs are summertime accessories that are designed to be folded and tied, so they are usually made of thin, lightweight materials, and some of them are sun-protective. Popular fabrics for sarongs include:  Cotton voile Polished cotton Satin Nylon blends Chiffon fabrics

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Stand up for yourself. Conquer your fear of the unknown. Get to know yourself.

Inspect the lens and look for the “ø” symbol near the base that screws into the camera body. The number following the symbol is the diameter of the lens in millimeters. Make sure you get a filter that fits the size of your lens.  The number may be painted on the lens or etched into the surface. If you can’t find the diameter, look at the original packaging or instruction manual for the lens to find out. Hold the edge of a ruler across the widest part of the lens, which should be directly through the middle of it. Measure the length from the threaded area on the inside rim of the lens to the other inside edge directly across from it. Be sure to take your measurement in millimeters. Most common lenses have a diameter between 49-77mm. Filter adaptors are rings that screw onto your camera lens so you can use larger or smaller filters. Attach the adaptor to the end of your lens before attaching the filter to it. Once they’re both screwed on, then your camera is ready to use. Filter adaptors may not fit on wide-angle lenses. Screw-on filters attach directly onto your camera, but they can only fit certain sizes. Square filters use an adaptor to fit multiple lens sizes, but they can be more expensive and cause light to leak into the photo. Choose the style of filter that works best for you. Screw-on filters help protect the camera lens, but square filters do not.

TL;DR in English: Look for the diameter listed on the lens barrel. Measure the lens diameter with a ruler. Get an adapter for your lens if the filter you have doesn’t fit. Choose between screw-on or square filters.
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If an emergency does occur, it is important that you know the correct way to act. All safety and emergency procedures should be discussed at the beginning of the school year. In addition, relevant safety measures should be reviewed before each experiment. If you are unsure about a specific process, ask your teacher so that you will know exactly what to do. Immediately after a spill or breakage occurs, it must be reported to your teacher. No matter how small it may seem, your teacher needs to know so that the proper cleanup procedure can be followed.  Broken glass can have sharp edges that can lead to cuts so handle it with care. It must be disposed of in a special broken glass container. Never try to clean up a chemical spill without consulting your teacher first. Do not wear bulky clothing as this will be difficult to manage and may come into contact with a flame or chemicals. Roll up your sleeves and keep long hair tied back. Wear shoes that are closed-toe, low heeled, and cover your entire foot.  Wear clothes that cover your whole body, such as long pants or a long skirt. Jewelry and contacts should not be worn in the lab. When working in a science lab, you must always wear a lab coat, gloves, and protective eyewear. The lab coat will protect you from chemical spills and gloves will protect your hands when handling chemicals or bacteria.  Eyewear should cover both your eyes and the sides of your eyes to protect from splashes. Disposable gloves of latex or nitrile should be used and removed before leaving the lab. Also, make sure to use tongs or protective gloves whenever you are handling something that might be hot. It can take a while for chemicals to cool down, so use caution. Familiarize yourself with the location of any and all safety equipment which may be available, including the fire extinguisher, first aid kit, and the eyewash station. If you have access to an emergency shower, know where this is located. You also need to know where the exits to the room are found and follow evacuation procedures...

TL;DR in English: Know about all safety procedures. Report all spills, injuries, or broken equipment to your teacher. Dress for lab work. Wear proper protective equipment (PPE). Know where to find safety equipment.
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Whether you are in an abusive relationship or you just aren't happy with your partner anymore, there comes a time when you have to put your foot down and do what's best for you.  People stay in unhealthy relationships for many reasons, such as guilt, financial stress, or children. It's important to realize that you are actually trapping yourself in the relationship by focusing on these fears. You can start standing up for yourself in small ways by, for example, developing your own interests, making your own decisions, and spending more time away from your partner. Many people are reluctant to leave long-term relationships because they are not used to living alone and do not know what the future will hold for them if they leave. In order to start over as a single person, you need to be willing to take the plunge and accept that you don't know what will happen next.  If you're not quite ready to leave the relationship yet, try to focus on having compassion for yourself. If you consciously work on doing things that bring you more happiness, you will eventually develop the strength you need to leave a relationship that is holding you back. Don't be too hard on yourself if you don't have the courage to leave the relationship right away. These negative thoughts towards yourself will only worsen your self-confidence, which will make it even harder to leave. Some people are actually happier being single, and there's nothing wrong with that. If you find that you don't have a problem with living alone and not having a partner, don't try to force yourself to do anything different. Even if you don't like being single, take this opportunity to find out what's really important to you in life.  It's easy for people to lose a bit of their identities in a relationship, so it may take some time to adjust to being on your own. Whether you plan on being single forever or just for a short period of time, learn to embrace your individual interests and preferences.  Take time to explore all of your interests. If you had a hobby...

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Recognize the good and bad in your life and examine how you’ve been affected by each. Practice mindfulness. Identify whether your inner monologue is an optimist or a pessimist. Look for the positives in your life. Remember that true optimism is different from blind optimism. Write yourself daily positive affirmations. Avoid comparing yourself to others. Work on improving your perspective in 1 or 2 areas of your life. Smile as often as you can.

When you notice a problem is brewing, do not ignore it. Instead, discuss the issue before it becomes a large problem. This way you can prevent future blow-ups. Letting things bottle up means when the next argument happens you'll end up bringing things up from the past. This can make your girlfriend feel attacked and bombarded. When a problem arises, address immediately. Even a small issue can lead you to build resentment over time. Anger can make it hard to respond to a situation rationally. People often lash out in anger and end up alienating those close to them. Try to work with your girlfriend on finding a way to resolve issues without succumbing to anger. A good way to do so is to take 5 minutes to express your feelings when you have a disagreement rather than immediately trying to talk. Fights are often related to the fact certain emotional needs are being neglected. When your girlfriend is upset or frustrated with you, try to examine whether she has needs you're failing to meet. Have you been distance lately? Have you been busy to the point you're not spending as much time with her? Consider whether you're not meeting your girlfriend's needs and what you can do to help meet them. After an argument, always take a moment to summarize what was discussed. How do you feel? How does your girlfriend feel? How are you both willing to work on the situation to assure it won't happen again? Taking five minutes to summarize a situation after an argument can prevent the argument from reoccurring.

TL;DR in English: Discuss new issues immediately. Create a process for resolving arguments without anger. Listen for underlying emotional needs. Summarize what is discussed to assure you understand.
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Some people like this activity more than others, but even if you're not much of a decorator it beats sitting around doing nothing. Even just sorting through old clutter can help you find old toys, books, and other nostalgic objects. For a larger project, paint your room or hang up posters and pictures. See how many kinds of different wild flowers you can find in your yard or nearby fields. Make a bouquet, or press them to make permanent decorations. Leaves can also be dried to use in art projects or just to keep around as decoration. Don't pick flowers from other people's yards without permission, or if the flowers look intentionally planted.

TL;DR in English: Organize or redecorate your room. Pick flowers in your neighborhood.
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Optimism doesn’t mean you have to feel “happy” all the time. In fact, trying to force feelings of happiness during potentially traumatic experiences can be unhealthy. Instead, attune yourself to the full range of emotions in your life, accepting that the negative as well as positive feelings are a natural part of human experience. Trying to repress a certain type of emotion can cause severe emotional distress. Not focusing more on one type of emotion than the other can actually help you become more adaptive and proactive in future unexpected situations. This will increase your ability to be optimistic and resilient in the face of uncertainty.  Negative feelings can become a conditioned habit over time. Avoid blaming yourself for negative emotions and associations. Blame is unhelpful because it doesn’t look forward to how you can grow; it looks backward at what has already happened.  Instead, focus on being mindful of when these negative emotions occur. A journal could help you do this. Write down when you experience negative feelings or thoughts, then examine their contexts and explore alternative ways of responding to them.  For example, imagine that someone cuts you off in traffic. You respond by feeling angry, honking your horn, and perhaps yelling at the driver even though s/he can’t hear you. You could write in your journal what happened, how it made you feel, and what your immediate response was. Don’t judge yourself as “right” or “wrong,” just write down what happened.  Next, take a step back and think about what you’ve written. Was your response in accordance with your values and the type of person you want to be? If not, what could you have done differently? What do you think you were really responding to? For example, perhaps you weren’t really angry at the driver; maybe you had a stressful day and allowed your stress to explode on that one person. Look forward when you write these entries. Don’t use them just as a place to wallow in negative feelings. Think about what you can learn from the...

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Be willing to compromise. Accept the decision quickly. Wait before asking again.

Identify the itching spot. Try a moisturizer or an alternative to scratching. Scratch in slow, circular motions.

When your parents are deciding whether to let you stay home alone, you have to be willing to meet them in the middle. They might only be comfortable leaving you home alone in certain situations, and you should respect their feelings and agree. Even if you’re only allowed to stay home alone once in awhile, it’s an opportunity to prove that you can be trusted on your own all the time.  Your parents may be some conditions on when you can stay home alone, such as only when they’re going to be gone for a couple of hours or less, or when neighbors that they trust are going to be home next door while they’re gone. The conditions may seem annoying, but it still gives you a chance to build trust. Your parents may also want to establish ground rules for when you’re home alone. For example, they may not want you to have friends over or use the stove when they’re gone. Make sure that you go over all of the rules so you understand what’s expected of you. If your parents decide that you’re not ready to stay home alone, you should react to their decision maturely. Yelling or whining will only convince them that they were right in saying no. Instead, accept the decision in a calm, controlled manner so they can see how mature you are.  Remember, this is a big decision from a parent’s perspective, and it may not be in your power to influence it. You can get the best grades in the world and obey all their rules, and they still might be hesitant because of general safety concerns. It’s okay to let your parents know that you’re upset with the decision, but be respectful. For example, you might say, “I’m very disappointed, but I understand your decision.” You may also want to ask if you can revisit the subject again in the future. That way, your parents will know that you’re very serious about the idea of staying home alone and you’ll have hope for the future. If your parents won’t let you stay home alone after your discussion, you’ll probably want to ask about it again as soon as possible. But it’s a bad idea to push the issue so...

TL;DR in English: Be willing to compromise. Accept the decision calmly. Wait before asking again.
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At first, your spirulina colony will seem thin, but over time it will thicken and expand in size. Most of the time, you won’t have to do anything to your colony other than let it grow!  If your colony doesn’t seem to be growing well, test the pH of your tank, which should be around 10 when the spirulina is harvestable. If the pH is off, you may need to add more mineral “food.” You can find pH test strips at aquarium supply stores or online. Your spirulina will need oxygen to thrive. Some growers will use an aquarium pump to ensure a supply of oxygen, but this isn’t strictly necessary. To help air get into the water of your tank, you can simply stir the medium occasionally. Once your spirulina is thriving, you can start taking some out to consume. All you have to do is scoop some out! Most people find that about a spoonful of spirulina at a time is enough if you are consuming it fresh. Place the spirulina  you took from your tank onto the cloth. Hold it over a sink or bowl and gently squeeze out the excess water. You’ll be left with a thick green paste. Use this fresh spirulina in smoothies, top your favorite foods with it, or enjoy it all by itself! Each time you take some spirulina out of your tank, make sure to add a bit of the mineral mixture back in, in about equal measure. For instance, if you tank out a tablespoon of spirulina, add about a tablespoon of the medium back in.

TL;DR in English: Watch your spirulina colony grow. Agitate the tank occasionally. Harvest your spirulina after about 3-6 weeks. Filter your spirulina through a fine cloth. Replenish the spirulina colony's food.
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In the broad majority of cases, it will be very easy to figure out where you need to scratch. Other times, it may actually take some time before you're able to pinpoint. If you're having trouble figuring out where the itch is on your body, take a few seconds to relax and get in touch with your body. Scratching lightly in big circles should help you find the spot quickly enough. While some occasional light scratching isn't usually a problem, it's still preferable to try other things first. An itch is most often the symptom of an underlying problem, most often dry skin. Moisturizing your skin with an emollient may remove the need for scratching to begin with. Give the itchy area some moisture, and see if the itching stops. It may well be that your skin was simply trying to tell you something all along!   Use a wet compress if you have an irritated area. Put a clean hand towel in a bowl of warm water and several drops of essential oils. Wring it out and apply to the afflicted area. You should feel a sensation of pleasant relief within several seconds.   Other mild itching may go away within seconds if left unattended. As a general rule, drinking a lot of water throughout the day will help to keep the rest of your body hydrated. When it comes time to actually scratch, it's important to keep your scratching limited to small, slow and steady circular movements. Keep your touch light and gentle. Scratch on and around the itchy area. Within a few seconds, the itch should go away.  As with most things, it's best to keep your scratching within moderation. Anything more than a light scratch could actually exacerbate the scratch you're trying to solve! Limit yourself to scratching sessions of 30 seconds maximum.

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Take your tea to the next level by adding a sprinkle of dried spice. Make a flavored simple syrup to infuse your tea with a new essence. Add soda water to make a sparkling iced tea. Stir in fresh fruit to add a splash of color and invigorating flavor.

When citing Wikipedia in APA style, first list the name of the article. You do not need to use quotes or italics. Simply write down the article's title followed by a period. For example, if you were citing an article on Jimmy Carter the beginning your citation would look like this: Jimmy Carter. If you want to lead with an author's name, Wikipedia suggests using "Wikipedia contributors" as the name. In APA style, it's customary to include the date an online source was published or last modified. The date of the last revision is at the bottom of the Wikipedia page; if you cannot find the date, you can simply write "n.d." in parenthesis after the entry title. After the date, add a period. Returning to our example, your citation would look like this: Jimmy Carter. (n.d.). In APA style, it's customary to mention where you found an electronic source. When citing Wikipedia, you would write "In Wikipedia," italicizing the word "Wikipedia", and then add a period. Our citation should read as follows: Jimmy Carter. (n.d.). In Wikipedia. This is the date on which you accessed the information. Use the word "Retrieved" and then write the date. In APA style, the date is written "Month Date, Year." For example, if you retrieved your source on the 15th of October in 2015, you would write, "October 15, 2015." Add a comma after the date. To illustrate, here is what our example would look like so far: Jimmy Carter. (n.d.). In Wikipedia. Retrieved October 15, 2015, After the comma at the end of the date, write "from" and then include the full URL of the Wikipedia page. In our example, our final citation would read as follows:  Jimmy Carter. (n.d.). In Wikipedia. Retrieved October 15, 2015, from https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Jimmy_Carter&oldid=862298349  Remember to use the permalink, or other readers will have a hard time finding where you got your content from.

TL;DR in English: Start your entry with the Wikipedia entry title. Include the date, if available. Write the words "In Wikipedia". Follow with the retrieval date. End with the URL.
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At the supermarket, be sure that your bacon is the very last item you select before checking out. If you pick up your bacon at the beginning of your supermarket trip, it’s potentially developing bacteria while you are checking the other items off your list. Do not use previously opened bacon that has already been stored in your fridge. Cured meats like bacon can spoil or develop bacteria at temperatures higher than 40 degrees Fahrenheit, so be sure to prepare your bacon for individual freezing immediately after purchasing it. While this step might seem obvious, it’s still important. Even beyond washing your hands before and after you prepare your bacon, you should also wash your hands at any point after touching the bacon and before touching any supplies. For instance, if you need to grab some more wax paper or a freezer bag, don’t forget to wash your hands first. Otherwise, your roll of wax paper or box of storage bags will be contaminated. It’s important to disinfect both before and after you prepare your bacon for freezing. Any bacteria that is on your counter can be transferred to the wax paper and onto your bacon. Be sure to check the “use by” date and the number of days recommended for refrigeration, as well. While freezing keeps your bacon fresher longer, you should definitely freeze your bacon prior to the expiration date. Likewise, if you needed to store the bacon in your fridge before freezing it, be sure to freeze it before the end of the suggested refrigeration period, which is seven days. The longer bacon is stored, the less flavorful it will be. For best quality, store your bacon in the freezer for no more than one month. Three months is the recommended maximum storage time. Always thaw food in the refrigerator or in cold water. If using cold water, replace the water at 30 minute intervals. Do not thaw bacon at room temperature.

TL;DR in English: Grab the bacon last. Freeze immediately. Wash your hands. Disinfect your counter top. Check the date. Use your bacon immediately after thawing it.
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Cinnamon, cardamom, clove, star anise, or even chili powder would give your tea an additional warming element. Simply stir a pinch, or about 1/4 teaspoon (.5 grams), of the chosen spice into your tea and enjoy. If you have cinnamon sticks, add 1 to your mug before pouring in the hot water. Mint or raspberry are great flavors that will complement the lemon in your hot or iced tea. Heat up 1 cup (200 grams) of white sugar and 1 cup (240 mL) of water, and simmer them together until the sugar dissolves, which takes about 5 minutes. Remove the mixture from the heat and stir in either 1 cup (25 grams) of mint leaves or 1 cup (125 grams) of fresh raspberries. Let them steep for 30 minutes, then strain the liquid into a glass jar to use in your tea. Add about 1 to 2 tablespoons (15 to 30 mL) of simple syrup to your cup of tea to sweeten and flavor it all at the same time. Simply fill your glass partially with iced tea and top off the rest with soda water. The more soda water you use, the more carbonated your tea will be. Feel free to use plain soda water or flavored. Soda water is also often called sparkling water, seltzer water, or fizzy water. Orange slices, raspberries, strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, peaches, pineapple, and many other fruits are great additions to your iced tea. Add about 1/4 cup (45 grams) of fresh fruit to your glass and pour the iced tea over top of it.  The fruit is delicious to eat when you finish drinking your tea. You could even freeze some fruit and use it in your iced tea in place of actual ice.

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Pin your fabric so that the wrong sides of your fabric are be facing out. Sew your second seam, this time using a 3/8 inch seam allowance. Iron the completed double seam one more time.

Most email services do not allow you to change your existing email address. In order to change your email address, you'll need to create a new account. You can use the same email service you've been using, or you can take this opportunity to switch to a service that better meets your needs. There are a variety of free email services available. Some of the most popular services include Gmail, Outlook (Hotmail), Yahoo!, and Zoho. Each service has different benefits and potential drawbacks, but all offer free email accounts.  Gmail accounts give you access to Google Drive and provide 15 GB of free Drive storage for emails and other files. Your Gmail account can also be used for a variety of other Google services, such as YouTube. Outlook gives you access to OneDrive, which comes with 5 GB of free storage. Yahoo! Mail has 1 TB of free mail storage. Zoho is an ad-free service that provides 5 GB of storage, as well as cloud document services like Google Drive and OneDrive. The process is a little different for each service, but basically you'll just need to go to the service's home page and click the "Sign Up" or "Create Account" button. From there, you'll be prompted to create an account name and enter in some basic information. Below are some links to wikiHow guides on creating accounts for the more popular services:  Make a Google Account Set up a Yahoo! Mail Account  Create a Hotmail Account (Outlook.com) If you're creating a new account because your old one has a name that feels too outdated, try to create a new account that you'll always be able to use. Try sticking to just your name, and avoid using a name based on a fad or your current interest, as those are likely to change over the years. Your email password is usually one of your most important passwords. If someone has access to your email account, they'll likely be able to gain access to any accounts you've created with it. This means you'll want a secure password that no one will be able to guess, and that you don't use anywhere else. Try to include...

TL;DR in English: Create a new address to change. Decide on an email service. Sign up for a free account. Create an account that you'll want to keep. Create a strong password. Set up two-factor authentication if it's available on your new service. Get familiar with the new interface. Log into your new account in your email client (if applicable).
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A clicker is a small plastic box with a metal tab in it. When you press it, it makes a clicking sound.  These are available online or in pet stores, and they cost as little as $1. These are commonly used to train dogs and cats.  It's best to use a clicker specifically designed for training. If you don't have one, though, make a distinct clicking noise with your mouth, or you can use a pen that makes a clicking sound. If your cat is deaf, you can use a pen light to achieve the same results. In order for the training to work, you need to give your cat a reward. A common reward is a special treat of some sort (e.g., tuna or deli turkey), and it should be something that can be given instantly to reward behavior. If the treat is food, it should be cut up into pea-sized chunks. Some cats might respond well to affection or a toy. Use a stick-like object, such as a pen or a spoon. This item should be easily recognizable and used only for training. Your cat will eventually follow this object as a target, so you don't want your cat jumping up to the dinner table to follow her training spoon.  You can make a target stick by putting a Ping-Pong ball on the end of a pencil or chopstick.  Don't use the treat as the target. This will teach your cat to do tricks only when there is a treat involved. Eventually you'll want to be able to get your cats to do tricks without treats (though you should still reward with treats sporadically). Set aside about 5 minutes for each training session, and hold these sessions a few times a day. Wait until your cat is active and hungry (it should be at least 20-30 minutes until mealtime). He will be more interested in the treat and will respond better to the training. Start your training in a location that will be quiet and without distractions. If you have other pets around, try putting them outside or in a separate room while you work on training your cat.

TL;DR in English: Get a clicker. Have some treats on hand. Get a target item. Find a good time to train. Start in a quiet location.
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This should be easy, as you have just ironed them into place.  Again, put your pins in horizontally all the way down the side of the seam so that they can be easily removed while you are sewing.  The frayed edge should now be concealed between the two pieces of fabric and the outer edge is just the neat row of your first set of stitches. You need this amount of allowance so that the frayed edge of the fabric is tucked away neatly between the two seams. As you sew, remove the pins. Once again, remember to clip threads and remove any stray pins after sewing the seam.  If your seam allowance is too small on the second seam, the rough edges of the fabric could end up sticking out of the second seam on the finished side of your project.  Its better to be cautious and make your seam allowance a bit generous. Press the seam to one side, depending on where you would like it to lay in your finished project. Your raw edges are no longer exposed as they are enclosed inside your newly made French seam.

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Find out how much sleep you need. Recognize the importance of a good night’s sleep. Keep a sleep diary. Adjust your sleep patterns as necessary.

Find other people with whom you can share your spiritual journey. Discuss things like how you incorporate your faith into your everyday life and how you avoid getting distracted by worldly issues. If you don’t know anyone who shares your beliefs, work on making some new friends at your place of worship, or search the internet for likeminded groups of people. Keep your beliefs strong by participating in the services and traditions of your faith. Visiting your place of worship regularly will help you stay connected to your spiritual community, as well as to God. Throughout your life, you’ll be faced with decisions, big and small. Before you make a decision, think carefully about which actions will help you achieve your spiritual goals and live by the tenets of your faith. Whenever you can, make choices that bring you closer to God. Prayer can help you make good choices when you’re faced with difficult decisions. Helping other people is a great way to grow in your faith and get closer to God. Look for local volunteer opportunities that reflect the values that are most important to you. You may be able to find volunteer opportunities through your place of worship.

TL;DR in English: Talk with friends and family who share your beliefs. Attend religious services. Use your faith to guide your choices. Find ways to serve your community.
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Fill a chimney completely full with briquettes. Heat the briquettes until they're tinged with white ash. Carefully dump half of the coals on one side of the grill and the other half on the other side of the grill. The center of the grill shouldn't have any coals. If you don't have a chimney to heat the briquettes, you'll need to light about 100 briquettes. Take a disposable aluminum tray and fill it halfway with water. Place the tray in the middle of the grill where there aren't any coals. The coals should be on both sides of the drip pan. Scatter a handful of smoking wood chips to the coals or place three or four large chunks of smoking wood on the coals. You can use hickory, apple wood, or mesquite smoking wood. Set the seasoned prime rib on the grill right over the water pan. Put the lid on the grill and smoke the prime rib for three to four hours. Use a thermometer to check the temperature of the thickest part of the meat. For rare, smoke it until it reaches 125 to 130 degrees F (50 to 55 degrees C). For medium-rare, smoke it until it reaches 135 degrees F (60 degrees C). If you have a thermometer inside the grill, adjust the vents until the temperature reaches 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). If you'd like the prime rib to have a crisp, golden crust, sear it over direct heat. Open all of the vents on your grill to increase the heat. You might need to add several briquettes of charcoal. Put the smoked prime rib back on the grill directly over the hot coals. Cook the meat for a few minutes or until the outside is browned. Remove the prime rib from the grill and place it on a big piece of aluminum foil. Wrap the foil over the meat and leave it to rest for 10 to 15 minutes. Snip off the kitchen twine and carefully slice away the bones from the prime rib. Cut the meat into 1/2-inch (12 mm) slices against the grain. Place the sliced prime rib on a platter and serve it with your choice of sides. You can refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to three or four days. Ensure that the meat is...

TL;DR in English: Set up a two-zone fire in your charcoal grill. Arrange a drip pan and add smoking wood to the grill. Smoke the prime rib for three to four hours. Consider searing the prime rib. Wrap and rest the meat. Carve the prime rib.
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Everyone needs adequate sleep to function properly and to stay healthy, but sleep requirements vary by age and activity level. Understanding how much sleep you need can help you plan for a good night’s sleep.  Newborns 0-3 months old require 14-17 hours of sleep every day.  Infants 4-11 months old need 12-15 hours of sleep every day.  Toddlers 1-2 years old need 11-14 hours of sleep every day.  Preschoolers 3-5 years old need 10-13 hours of sleep every day.  School age children 6-13 years old need 9-11 hours of sleep every day.  Teenagers 14-17 need 8-10 hours of sleep every day.  Adults, aged 18-64 need 7-9 hours of sleep every day.  Older adults above 65 years, need 7-8 hours of sleep every day.  Anyone who is very active, stressed, or sick, may need to take short, daytime naps to rest and recharge. Regardless of age and general sleep recommendations, your body requires adequate rest to function at its best.   Make sleep a priority in your life. It contributes to your body and mind’s optimal functioning.  Numerous negative consequences of insufficient sleep include disease, chronic inflammation, high blood pressure and stress, diabetes, obesity and mood disorders.  Lack of sleep also affects mental performance such as the ability to focus. It may affect your ability to do your job well. When you wake up every day, record in a sleep diary how long and well you slept, and how you felt after waking up. Your sleep diary can help you identify patterns that are hindering (or helping) your sleep.  Your sleep diary may indicate factors that are impacting your sleep. Remove or adjust these as necessary and continue to write in your diary. For example, you might notice that on days you nap that you don’t sleep as well at night. If this is the case, try skipping your nap and see if that helps you get to sleep on time. Talk to your doctor if you have trouble sleeping over a long period of time or notice distinct patterns in your sleep. There will be circumstances in which you need to adjust your sleeping habits. From...

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Imagine speaking your first thoughts but don't actually say them. Write down your thoughts instead of speaking. Practice active listening. Try meditative practices to calm your mind.

This includes mint leaves and the sugar. Add them directly to the wet tea leaves in the pot.  Try to find a Middle Eastern grocery store. Moroccan mint has a different taste than most other mints. If you are unable to find Moroccan mint, use any spearmint or peppermint. Cane sugar is best. Dextrose will also work if you don't wish to use cane sugar, but you'll need to double the quantities of sugar to ensure sweetness. If you boiled the water previously and it still feels hot enough, you can add it immediately. If not, boil the remaining 4 cups (1 L) before adding it to the pot.  Leave the tea to steep for about 5 minutes.  If you have a Moroccan teapot or a heatproof teapot, rather than steeping, set the teapot over low heat and bring the tea to a low simmer. Then, immediately remove from the heat, and allow to steep several minutes more. Pour it back into the teapot. Do this three or more times. This helps dissolve the sugar. Doing this will help to create a thin layer of foam on the top. When pouring, make sure the tea pellets stay with the tea inside the pot. Only fill the cup two-thirds full; this enables the aroma to develop fully. After pouring the remaining tea, garnish the tea with extra mint (if available). This is an optional step but makes it look fantastic, especially if you have proper Moroccan glasses.

TL;DR in English: Add the next ingredients to the teapot. Fill the pot with the remaining water. Pour one glass of tea. Pour the tea from a high distance. Enjoy!
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Pour 2 quarts (2 L) of vegetable oil or canola oil into a heavy-bottomed Dutch oven and heat on medium to medium-high until the oil reaches a temperature of 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).  You could also use a heavy-bottomed stockpot or deep-fryer. Use a candy thermometer to measure the temperature of the oil) In a shallow bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly dispersed. Whisk in the milk and water afterward until the batter just barely combines. Note that the batter will still appear lumpy once ready. Do not over-beat the batter in an attempt to remove all the lumps. Dunk each cod fillet into the batter and coat all sides well. You can either coat each piece of cod immediately before frying it or coat all the pieces at once and store them on a baking sheet sprinkled with a light coating of flour until ready to fry. The former option will prevent each piece from losing batter, but the latter may prove more convenient. Place each piece of cod into the hot oil and fry one at a time until the batter turns deep golden-brown.  Shake off any excess batter before frying by holding each piece of cod over the bowl of batter and allowing the excess to drip off. Monitor the temperature of the oil as you fry the fish. Increase or decrease the heat to maintain a temperature of 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius). The inside of each piece should be opaque and should flake apart with a fork. Use a heat-resistant slotted spoon to scoop each piece of fish out of the oil and drain the cod on paper bags or paper towels for several minutes. Serve hot.

TL;DR in English: Heat oil in a large Dutch oven. Whisk together the batter ingredients. Coat the cod with batter. Fry each piece of cod for 7 to 8 minutes. Drain before serving.
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When you're just starting out with keeping your mouth shut, it can be difficult to not respond when you want to. To help you get over this, think about what you were going to say and imagine how the conversation would play out. Then, don't say what you were going to. This is a really effective technique if you get emotional or upset and your immediate urge is to respond. If you still have a difficult time keeping your mouth shut, try writing down your thoughts in a journal. Sometimes, just putting your thoughts down is enough to remove the feeling like you have to talk. Then, you can throw away what you wrote or use the note to phrase what you're planning to say. For example, your note might say, "Why did you schedule that party without asking me?! You're thoughtless sometimes." Then, throw the note away without saying that or respond by saying, "I wish you hadn't scheduled the party without talking with me first." Pay attention to not only what the person is saying, but how they're saying it. Look for non-verbal cues, such their facial expressions or what they're doing with their hands. You'll have a better idea of what they're trying to communicate and they'll feel more comfortable speaking if they know you won't cut them off. For example, if you ask someone if they'd like to babysit your kids and they say, "I'm not sure if I can," don't interrupt them. If they're also frowning and fiddling with their hands, you may tell that they feel uncomfortable with the idea and you shouldn't press them on it. It will take some effort to keep your mouth shut, especially if you keep thinking of things you'd like to say. Train your mind to become more peaceful. You might try:  Meditation Yoga Reading Walking or jogging Painting

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